CU-Boulder police investigating attempted sexual assault

The University of Colorado Police today are investigating an attempted sexual assault that took place just after midnight on the west end of campus near Broadway.

According to a news release from the campus police, a female student was attacked near the Broadway bike path while she was walking home from a party on the Hill. The woman said the suspect came up from behind, shoved her down and stuck a pair of scissors against her throat, then started to remove her clothing. She struck him in the face and was able to run from the scene.

Police said the woman described her attacker as a white man about 50, about 5 foot 6, with a scruffy beard and crooked teeth. He was reported to be wearing dark athletic shorts and a white tee shirt.

Anyone with information about the incident should contact Sgt. Michael Lowry at 303-492-8168. Those who have information and want to remain anonymous can contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted to the Crime Stoppers website at http://www.crimeshurt.com. People submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to an arrest and filing of charges may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.